The Battle of Brandywine, which took place in 1777, was a major engagement of the American Revolutionary War. It was fought between the British and American forces near Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. The Battle of Saratoga, also in 1777, was a decisive victory for the American forces over the British. It was fought in upstate New York and is considered to be the turning point of the war. The Battle of Paoli, also in 1777, was a battle between the British and American forces near Malvern, Pennsylvania. It was a surprise attack by the British on the American forces and resulted in heavy casualties. The Battle of Bennington, also in 1777, was a battle between the British and American forces in Bennington, Vermont. It was a major victory for the American forces and helped to secure the northern frontier. The Battle of Dover, also in 1777, was a battle between the British and American forces near Dover, Delaware. It was a minor skirmish but resulted in a victory for the American forces.